New Oriental Express Snow Lotus 2027 Customer Service Inquiry Channels Official Travel Agency Booking Notice

No need to drive yourself or endure endless transfers—sit back on the Xinjiang tourist train and slowly take in the scenery north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose freely from multiple classes, from economy to luxury. We specialize in Xinjiang tourism train charter tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Analysis of the 2027 itinerary of the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: Panoramic experience of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in slow travel
In modern life with an increasingly fast pace, more and more travelers are pursuing a “slow down” in-depth experience. As one of the representatives of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus takes “a moving luxury hotel” as its concept, integrating train carriages, scenic area sightseeing, accommodation and dining, and cultural experiences into one, providing a comfortable and immersive way to travel around Xinjiang. Unlike the tight arrangements of traditional group tours, through a reasonable travel rhythm and carefully selected stops, it allows tourists to calmly cross north and south of the Tianshan Mountains within 14 days, covering diverse landscapes such as northern Xinjiang’s autumn colors, the Ili River Valley, the Pamir Plateau, and the Turpan Basin.
🌄 Route highlights and destination introduction
The summer version of the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus route spans the eastern and western ends of Xinjiang, covering alpine lakes, grassland pastures, canyon landforms, and oasis ancient cities, forming a complete loop. The itinerary includes classic northern Xinjiang autumn scenery destinations such as Kanas and Hemu, and also goes deep into the heart of the Pamir Plateau to visit high-altitude landscapes such as Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake; at the same time, it travels through the middle and southern sections of the Duku Highway, experiencing the vertical climate zone changes of “four seasons in one day.”
Keketuohai:Located in Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture, it is famous for its granite landforms and the Irtysh River canyon. In autumn, the forests are layered with rich colors.
Hemu Village and Kanas:Known as “[its] own private land,” from late September to early October the birch forests are golden and the lake water is deep blue, making it an ideal season for photography and hiking enthusiasts.
Sayram Lake:The last place favored by the Atlantic warm and humid airflow, the lake surface is clear as a mirror, with wildflowers everywhere in summer, while autumn appears even more tranquil and vast.
Nalati Grassland and Bayanbulak:Two representative grasslands of the Ili River Valley. The former is known for its sky grassland, while the latter features the winding Kaidu River landscape.

🚂 Analysis of the 2027 itinerary of the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: Panoramic experience of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in slow travelKuqa Grand Canyon:A long and narrow canyon formed by reddish-brown sandstone, with changing light and shadows that create a strong visual impact.
Kashgar and Taxkorgan County:A place where Southern Xinjiang’s culture and nature meet. Baisha Lake reflects Muztagh Ata, and Tajik family visit activities show the local way of life.
Turpan:An oasis city at the foot of the Flaming Mountains. Sites such as Grape Valley and the Jiaohe Ancient City reflect the depth of Silk Road history.
This route is suitable for medium- and long-distance travelers who want to balance natural scenery with a moderate cultural experience and prefer comfortable transportation and stable accommodation conditions.
📅 Simple itinerary (summer version)
Day01:Travel from various places to Urumqi for gathering
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village

In modern life with an increasingly fast pace, more and more travelers are pursuing a “slow down” in-depth experience. As one of the representatives of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus takes “a moving luxury hotel” as its concept, integrating train carriages, scenic area sightseeing, accommodation and dining, and cultural experiences into one, providing a comfortable and immersive way to travel around Xinjiang. Unlike the tight arrangements of traditional group tours, through a reasonable travel rhythm and carefully selected stops, it allows tourists to calmly cross north and south of the Tianshan Mountains within 14 days, covering diverse landscapes such as northern Xinjiang’s autumn colors, the Ili River Valley, the Pamir Plateau, and the Turpan Basin.Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghu’er – Wucaitan – New Oriental Express charter train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08:Nalati Grassland – middle section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day09:Bayanbulak – southern section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express charter train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik family visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar

🌄 Route highlights and destination introductionDay12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express charter train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – send off group
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably changed due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, on the premise of mutual agreement between both parties.
💰 Price explanation (2027 reference)

Take a tourist train to tour beautiful Xinjiang, choose freely from multiple classes from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
According to currently public information, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus offers two cabin choices:
Xiyue Golden Diamond:From 58,999 yuan/person, each carriage has 4 compartments, capacity 8 people
Premium Golden Diamond:From 65,999 yuan/person, each carriage has 3 compartments, capacity 6 people

The summer version of the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus route spans the eastern and western ends of Xinjiang, covering alpine lakes, grassland pastures, canyon landforms, and oasis ancient cities, forming a complete loop. The itinerary includes classic northern Xinjiang autumn scenery destinations such as Kanas and Hemu, and also goes deep into the heart of the Pamir Plateau to visit high-altitude landscapes such as Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake; at the same time, it travels through the middle and southern sections of the Duku Highway, experiencing the vertical climate zone changes of “four seasons in one day.”The above prices are for reference ranges; specific costs may fluctuate depending on departure dates, cabin availability, and service configurations. The final quotation and included items are subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration method
This product can be consulted about and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to learn about departure dates and cabin availability in advance so as to arrange the itinerary reasonably.
🧾 Cost and service explanation
Costs usually include:
New Oriental Express charter train cabin accommodation (according to the selected cabin type)
First admission tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary and necessary shuttle buses
Full-journey land transfer transportation (including air-conditioned tourist buses)

Keketuohai: Located in Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture, it is famous for its granite landforms and the Irtysh River canyon. In autumn, the forests are layered with rich colors. Meal arrangements (breakfast + some main meals, subject to the itinerary sheet)
Chinese-speaking guide service
Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance
Items generally not included:
Major transportation to and from Urumqi (air tickets/train tickets)
Personal consumption and expenses during free time
Single supplement arising from individual registration (our agency will try its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation)
All service details, cancellation and change rules, and rights and obligations shall be implemented in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and relevant laws and regulations, and the specifics are subject to actual consultation and signed content.

Hemu Village and Kanas: Known as “[its] own private land,” from late September to early October the birch forests are golden and the lake water is deep blue, making it an ideal season for photography and hiking enthusiasts.🗓 Departure dates (starting and ending in Urumqi)
The planned departure dates for 2027 are as follows (subject to actual confirmation):
April 16
May 7, May 20
June 2, June 16, June 30
July 14, July 28
August 11, August 30
September 13, September 27
Autumn departures (such as mid-to-late September) coincide with the period when northern Xinjiang has the richest colors and are also a window period when the Duku Highway has relatively stable traffic conditions, suitable for tourists seeking landscape diversity.
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is not merely a means of transportation, but a composite tourism product integrating accommodation, transportation, guiding, and cultural experience. For travelers who want to reduce transfer hassles, value travel comfort, and at the same time cover Xinjiang’s core landscapes, it is a choice worth considering. When planning the itinerary, it is recommended to combine your own time, budget, and seasonal preferences, and communicate with the travel agency in advance to confirm details, striving for a smooth trip.
For more details about Xinjiang tourist trains, please consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing, phone: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)